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San Felipe weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

San Felipe at a glance

Best time
Apr – May, Oct – Nov
Warmest month
Jul · 37°
Warmest sea
Aug · 31.2°
Sunshine a year
3,550 h
Rain a year
80 mm
Climate
Hot desert
Time zone
UTC−8 / UTC−7
Elevation
21 m

Climate in San Felipe

San Felipe has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 37 °C, while December is the coolest at 20 °C. With around 3,550 hours of sunshine a year, San Felipe is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 12.2 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit San Felipe

The best time to visit San Felipe is from April to May and from October to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. From June to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 37 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 80 mm fall in an average year.

San Felipe through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

San Felipe in spring

Mar – May

87

Excellent

  • 24–31 °C by day
  • Sea 21 °C
  • 10.8 h of sun a day
  • 1 rainy day in all

San Felipe in summer

Jun – Aug

74

Good

  • 35–37 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 11.4 h of sun a day
  • 2 rainy days in all

San Felipe in autumn

Sep – Nov

89

Excellent

  • 24–35 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 9.0 h of sun a day
  • 3 rainy days in all

San Felipe in winter

Dec – Feb

43

Fair

  • 20–21 °C by day
  • Sea 17 °C
  • 7.6 h of sun a day
  • 5 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Apr – Nov

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Nov – Apr

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Jun – Sep

Highs of 33 °C or more

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in San Felipe for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: May, October

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

100

Holiday weather in October

Excellent

Best time to visit: April – May, October – November

Good forBeach & swimming

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 22°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 29°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 24°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 22°

06:4118:09

Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 06:26–07:13 · evening 17:36–18:24
Blue hour
Morning 06:17–06:26 · evening 18:24–18:33

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in San Felipe compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 25°. The days get 0.9 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high32°27°
Night-time low22°17°
Sea29°25°
Daylight11.9 h11.0 h

What is the weather like in San Felipe in October?

In October, San Felipe is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 28 min06:41 – 18:09
UV index
6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
14 %on averageAll months
Hot days
15 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC−7offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • Water bottle – drink plenty

Compare two months in San Felipe

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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October and May bring similar holiday weather to San Felipe (score 100 and 99). In May, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in May. May has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in May.

October vs May, San Felipe
MonthOctoberMay
Holiday weather score10099
Daytime high30°31°
Night-time low19°20°
Sea27.3°23.8°
Sunshine9.1 h11.8 hbetter
Rainy days10better
Rainfall17 mm1 mmbetter
Muggy days20better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

San Felipe month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

40January20° · Sea 16° · 7.5 h

In January, San Felipe is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in January
48February21° · Sea 16° · 8.1 h

In February, San Felipe is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in February
74March24° · Sea 18° · 9.5 h

In March, San Felipe is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in March
89April27° · Sea 21° · 11.0 h

In April, San Felipe is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in April
99May31° · Sea 24° · 11.8 h

In May, San Felipe is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in May
83June35° · Sea 27° · 12.2 h

In June, San Felipe is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in June
70July37° · Sea 30° · 11.4 h

In July, San Felipe is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in July
70August37° · Sea 31° · 10.7 h

In August, San Felipe is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 31.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in August
81September35° · Sea 31° · 10.0 h

In September, San Felipe is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in September
100October30° · Sea 27° · 9.1 h

In October, San Felipe is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in October
85November24° · Sea 22° · 7.9 h

In November, San Felipe is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in November
42December20° · Sea 18° · 7.2 h

In December, San Felipe is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in San Felipe.

San Felipe in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in San Felipe

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Cool 8–15°
  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (11°), the warmest in August (27°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from May to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in April and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 71 days a year, mostly from July to August.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 30°Night 19°Sea 27°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan4020°11°16.2°7.5 h17
FebruaryFeb4821°11°16.4°8.1 h27
MarchMar7424°14°18.4°9.5 h15
AprilApr8927°16°21.0°11.0 h02
MayMay9931°20°23.8°11.8 h01
JuneJun8335°24°26.7°12.2 h00
JulyJul7037°27°29.9°11.4 h12
AugustAug7037°27°31.2°10.7 h16
SeptemberSep8135°24°30.6°10.0 h119
OctoberOct10030°19°27.3°9.1 h117
NovemberNov8524°15°22.4°7.9 h16
DecemberDec4220°11°18.3°7.2 h28

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

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Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in San Felipe

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October27.3°Cwarm

8 in 10 years: 26.3 – 28.5 °C

Swimming season: Apr – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 27.3°8 in 10 years 26.3° – 28.5°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in San Felipe ranges from 16.2 °C in January to 31.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to November.

The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 30.1 and 32.1 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan16.2°15.6°17.0°cold
FebruaryFeb16.4°15.4°17.2°cold
MarchMar18.4°17.6°19.6°fresh
AprilApr21.0°20.0°22.0°refreshing
MayMay23.8°22.6°24.7°pleasant
JuneJun26.7°25.1°28.1°warm
JulyJul29.9°28.5°30.9°very warm
AugustAug31.2°30.1°32.1°very warm
SeptemberSep30.6°29.7°31.4°very warm
OctoberOct27.3°26.3°28.5°warm
NovemberNov22.4°21.3°23.5°refreshing
DecemberDec18.3°17.6°19.3°fresh
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in San Felipe

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
3,550 hours
Sunniest month
Jun · 12.2 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 7.2 h a day
OctoberSunshine 9.1 hDaylight 11.5 hShare of daylight 79 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 9.1 of 11.5 hours of daylight in San Felipe, 79 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain

Rain in San Felipe: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
80 mm on 11 days
Wettest month
Sep · 19 mm
Driest month
Jun · 0 mm
OctoberRainy days 1Rainfall 17 mm

In October, San Felipe has about one rainy day with 17 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in San Felipe

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 20 min
Fair skin
about 25 min
Light brown skin
about 40 min
Olive skin
about 50 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in San Felipe

How breezy and how cloudy San Felipe is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
19 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Dec · 21 km/h
Calmest month
Sep · 18 km/h
OctoberWind 19 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in San Felipe typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Nov – Mar.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
20 % · mostly clear
Clearest month
Jun · 8 %
Cloudiest month
Feb · 32 %
OctoberCloud cover 14 %Sunshine 9.1 h

In October, cloud covers on average 14 % of the sky over San Felipe: mostly clear, with about 9.1 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in San Felipe

How often the day gets hot in San Felipe (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
161 days
Hottest month
Jul · 37 °C
Hot months
May – Oct

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 15Daytime high 30 °C

In October, San Felipe has about 15 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to San Felipe

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

San Felipe in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

San Felipe has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 41).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    85

    Excellent

    • 26 °C by day
    • Sea 20 °C
    • 10.5 h of sun a day
    • 0 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    96

    Excellent

    • 31 °C by day
    • Sea 24 °C
    • 11.9 h of sun a day
    • 0 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    70

    Good

    • 37 °C by day
    • Sea 31 °C
    • 10.9 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat

  • October half-term

    Oct

    100

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 30 °C by day
    • Sea 27 °C
    • 9.1 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    41

    Fair

    • 20 °C by day
    • Sea 17 °C
    • 7.4 h of sun a day
    • 2 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 11 h 10 min
Distance
8,840 km
Time zone
UTC−7
Jet lag
About 5 days (8 h west)

Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

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San Felipe vs Puerto Peñasco

In October the holiday weather in San Felipe and Puerto Peñasco is about equally good (score 100 vs 100). During the day it is about as warm in Puerto Peñasco as in San Felipe. The sea is about equally warm.

San Felipe vs Puerto Peñasco, in October
in OctoberSan FelipePuerto Peñasco
Holiday weather score100100
Daytime high30°30°
Sea27°27°
Sunshine9 h9 h
Rainy days11
Best timeApr – May, Oct – NovApr – Jun, Sep – Nov

Through the year

OctoberSan Felipe 30°Puerto Peñasco 30°
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Mexico in October: the best places

In October, San Felipe ranks 1 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.

  1. San FelipeThis page30°27°100
  2. 2Puerto Peñasco30°27°100
  3. 3Loreto30°29°100
  4. 4Todos Santos31°28°100
  5. 5Ensenada24°19°98
  6. 6Durango26°98
  7. 7Tijuana23°97
  8. 8Guaymas32°28°95
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Frequently asked questions about San Felipe

When is the best time to visit San Felipe?

The best time to visit San Felipe is from April to May and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in San Felipe?

The sea temperature in San Felipe ranges from 16.2 °C in January to 31.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to November.

Can you swim in San Felipe in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.

What is the warmest month in San Felipe?

July is the warmest month, with average highs of 37 °C and nights around 27 °C. December is the coolest month at 20 °C.

When does it rain most in San Felipe?

Rain is a rarity all year: only 80 mm fall in an average year.

How many hours of sunshine does San Felipe get?

San Felipe gets around 3,550 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 12.2 hours a day; in December there are 7.2 hours a day.

What time zone is San Felipe in?

San Felipe is on UTC−8 in January and UTC−7 in July.

How long is the flight from London to San Felipe?

A nonstop flight from London to San Felipe takes about 11 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,840 km.

Which school holidays are best for San Felipe?

San Felipe has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 41). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 85, May half-term 96, summer holidays 70, October half-term 100, Christmas holidays 41.